13 black cat tales

Black cats are a popular sign of October and Halloween. But did you know that black cats are only half as likely to get adopted as cats of other colors, according to blackcatrescue.com?

These 13 Boston-area cat owners tell us why they love their black cats. You’ll learn what it’s like to be a black cat in Salem during October, discover the perils of being a black cat around the superstitious, meet black cats named after local sports stars (go Red Sox!), read heartwarming stories of black cat rescues, and find out where black cats are actually considered lucky.
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Submitted by Kelly from Salem

Maximus Clawdius

Owner: Kelly from Salem

“Halloween season brings a lot of tourists to Salem where we live. One morning I noticed a busload of Japanese tourists taking pictures of my home. Of course I didn’t know why until I opened the front door and saw Max posing on the deck railing. Black Cats in Salem are very popular it seems.”
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Submitted by Julie of North Attleborough

Peedy

Owner: Julie of North Attleborough

“This is Peedy. He is named after Red Sox player Dustin Pedroia, whose nickname is Speedy Peedy. I adopted him from the Taunton shelter when he was three months old with his sister. Peedy is half Siamese and is very sweet and lovable. He loves watching the birds outside or sitting above my head when I’m on the recliner, playing with my hair.”
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Submitted by Casey from Braintree

Teddy Gronkowski

Owner: Casey from Braintree

“This is Teddy! aka Crazy T! This picture is of him mad at us for not letting him out on the balcony, or could be mistaken for a scary halloween decoration??”
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Submitted byBill Mihaiu & Lynn L’Heureux from Oxford

Salem

“Salem has been a loving family member for over 10 years. We adopted him from a cat shelter after learning that a man who thought black cats were evil shot him in the back and leg. He is a true survivor and we are so happy to have him in our lives!”
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Submitted by Clair from Nashua, N.H.

Magic

Owner: Clair from Nashua, N.H.

“Our Magic Cat. We were touched by her sob story at the shelter. She was brought in pregnant, weighing less than 6lbs and infected with just about every parasite there is. Now she’s a healthy weight, her fur is in great shape, and she’s the snuggliest, happiest kitty I’ve ever met (when she’s not cursing at squirrels through the window or bossing around Other Cat). “
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Submitted by Julie from Holden

Jack

Owner: Julie from Holden

“Jack showed up at our house three years ago. As we love Halloween, he fits in perfectly. “
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Submitted by Suzanne from Littleton

Carrie

Owner: Suzanne from Littleton

“This is Carrie (Scarrie during October...) She got her name because she enjoys being carried around the house. Her humans have taken to wearing a lot of black so her fur doesn’t show. Her favorite place to be is anywhere she is not supposed to be, under the rug, on top of the fish tank, or snuggled in my sweaters.”
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Submitted by Christine from Fitchburg

Raven and Poe

Owner: Christine from Fitchburg

“My little monsters Raven and Poe~ siblings from a rescue group. Raven is my independent lady and Poe is my big cuddler. Like most cats, the are absolutely obsessed with cardboard boxes. (I got them this long box so they could both fit without fighting over it.)”
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Submitted by SLB from Needham

Midnight

Owner: SLB in Needham

“Midnight, or ‘Midgy’ as we like to call him, is famous year round in our neighborhood for his expert hunting skills. But he is especially appreciated on October 31 for the extra Halloween spirit he brings to the street.”
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Submitted by mary from Portsmouth, N.H.

Kunta

Owner: Mary from Portsmouth, N.H.

“Kunta is a gorgeous four year old male cat with a love for good eats, good company and a good tummy rub. His favorite holiday is Halloween as he loves to dress up!”
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Submitted by Bryan from Colorado

Boston

Owner: Bryan in Colorado

“A picture of this guy appeared in our local Glenwood Springs, Colorado, classifieds with the name Boston attached to him. As I’m from Massachusetts and have strong ties to the Boston sports teams, there was no doubt my wife and I would bring him home. That was twelve years ago. He has provided us with many sleep deprived nights and created an evolved definition of finicky. Fresh water is a favorite, especially from the hose.”
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Submitted by Sharon from Andover

Ren

Owner: Sharon from Andover

“Ren was adopted from the Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society. He loves catnip and shoelaces and drinking water from the bathroom sink faucet. I didn’t realize until we adopted Ren that a lot of people are really superstitious about black cats, and so shelters have a hard time finding homes for them. We couldn’t ask for a better cat—he’s a love!”
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Submitted by Patricia from Cambridge

Shortstop

Owner: Patricia from Cambridge

“Shortstop, was found on the street at 6 months old, she is now 15. In Great Britain Black Cats are considered lucky, when she came to me, it was my Lucky Day....shes the best good luck charm ever....”
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